Crocheted Headband

I made a headband. I've been meaning to do this for over a week, using the same "grit stitch" as I use in my wash clothes, and the same cotton yarn.

It turned out very well -- exactly what I wanted. I dislike headbands that slide back on my head and finally fall off. Or ones that are too loose. Or hard plastic ones that hurt behind the ears.

I wore this one all day and it stayed in place, and kept my hair out of my face, even on a bike ride.
It's a pretty brown contrast with my hair.

Here's the stitch detail. I knew it would simple and elegant for this project. This is a color that might not sell well in a wash cloth, but is perfect for a hair accessory.

The crocheted part goes most of the way around the head, and then I attached an elastic band that goes around the base of the head. I wrapped it in yarn too, using a crochet slip stitch.

It's firmly attached and gives just the right among of snugness. Perfect! No more paying a fortune for bad headbands from the store! I want to make several of these to wear.